Humbled Bobik Shines in Return

Aaron Bobik of Newbury Park High returned from a one-year absence Tuesday night humble and determined to make the most of his senior year.

Bobik had 21 points, eight rebounds, five assists and six steals in the Panthers' 65-57 victory over North Hollywood in an opening game of the Simi Valley tournament at Camarillo High.

Bobik, a 6-foot-3 guard, scored 10 points in helping the Panthers open a 12-0 lead. The Panthers led by as many as 28 points in the third quarter.

Last season, Bobik was suspended in December for an off-the-court incident in Las Vegas. He moved to Orange County to live with his grandparents and attended Newport Harbor. He returned to Newbury Park this fall and was grateful for the warm welcome by his teammates.